Question 1

Which quality is highest in a marriage that has harmony and satisfaction, especially in Western countries?

Accepted Answer

Egalitarian relationships, in which home and family duties are shared, have been found to be the most conducive to harmony and satisfaction in marriages, particularly in Western cultures where gender roles have become more flexible and gender equality is highly valued. A shared value system with a traditional focus on the man providing for the woman is no longer the prevailing norm, and the presence of children or pets in the home does not necessarily contribute to marital harmony and satisfaction.

Question 2

Mick and Joanna live in the United States and are cohabitating without planning to marry. Which characteristic do they likely have in comparison to a married couple?

Accepted Answer

Mick and Joanna are cohabitating without planning to marry, which is a characteristic that is associated with lower relationship quality compared to married couples.

Question 3

Ninety percent of U.S. adults will have married by age ______.

Accepted Answer

Ninety percent of U.S. adults will have married by age 60, reflecting the high prevalence of marriage within the population over a lifetime.

Question 4

Overall, success in marital relationships is a function of ______.

Accepted Answer

While having children and financial stability can play a role in marital satisfaction, research consistently shows that effective communication and conflict resolution skills are the most critical factors in maintaining a successful romantic relationship. A couple who can openly and respectfully communicate and navigate conflicts are more likely to have a strong and satisfying marriage. Dividing up household duties can also be a factor, but it is not as strongly linked to marital success as effective communication and conflict resolution skills.

Question 5

The result of the court case Obergefell v. Hodges is the ability of same-sex couples to ______.

Accepted Answer

The court case Obergefell v. Hodges made same-sex marriage legal in all 50 states, thus allowing same-sex couples to be legally married.

Question 6

African Americans are least likely to marry because ______.

Accepted Answer

According to research, cohabitation rates are higher among African Americans than in other ethnic groups, which may be a contributing factor to lower marriage rates. Other factors may also include economic instability, gender imbalances, and cultural attitudes towards marriage. However, it is important to note that generalizations about a group's marriage patterns can be oversimplified and do not necessarily apply to all individuals within the group.

Question 7

Recent surveys of U.S. adults have shown that how many support same-sex marriage?

Accepted Answer

According to recent surveys, approximately two thirds of U.S. adults support same-sex marriage.

Question 8

Diane and Tracy are a same-sex couple who have been in a committed relationship for 15 years. Based on research, what is Diane's and Tracy's relationship quality likely to be compared to heterosexual partners?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that same-sex couples, like Diane and Tracy, generally report similar levels of love and satisfaction in their relationships compared to heterosexual couples.

Question 9

In many European countries, cohabitation is viewed as ______.

Accepted Answer

In many European countries, cohabitation is viewed as an alternative to marriage, as many couples choose to live together without getting married.

Question 10

Which factor is a reason young adults give for choosing to cohabitate?

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Question 11

What is the breakup rate for same-sex couples compared to heterosexual couples?

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Question 12

Which couple most likely shows the most positive outcomes from cohabitation?

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Question 13

Partners in successful marriages are able to maintain positive emotions for their spouse even in the midst of ______.

Accepted Answer

The sentence implies that maintaining positive emotions for one's spouse is particularly challenging in the midst of conflict, suggesting that this is the correct choice. While worries, sadness, and even harmony can pose challenges in a marriage, the sentence does not specify that positive emotions are difficult to maintain during these situations.

Question 14

In determining marital satisfaction regarding household duties, the most important factor is ______.

Accepted Answer

Perceived equity, or the perception of each spouse that household duties are being divided fairly and equally, has been found to be the most important factor in determining marital satisfaction regarding household duties. Actual equity (or the actual division of household duties) and traditional or non-traditional gender roles may also play a role, but perceived equity is the strongest predictor of marital satisfaction in this area.

Question 15

Gay and lesbian people in committed relationships and heterosexual people in committed relationships both experience the same ______.

Accepted Answer

Both gay/lesbian and heterosexual individuals in committed relationships experience similar psychological benefits such as emotional support, companionship, and intimacy.

Question 16

Which statement describes cohabitation?

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Question 17

Which couple can be predicted to have a satisfying and longest-lasting marriage?

Accepted Answer

Couples who marry in their late 30s have been found to have the most satisfying and longest-lasting marriages.

Question 18

Which cohabitating couple is most likely to have the same financial protections as a married couple?

Accepted Answer

In Norway, cohabiting couples who have lived together for more than two years have almost the same legal and financial protections as married couples, including the right to inheritance, pension and social security benefits, as well as joint adoption and joint taxation.

Question 19

In the first year of marriage, most couples report a decline in ______.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that many couples experience a decline in relationship satisfaction in the first year of marriage due to various adjustments and the fading of the initial honeymoon phase.

Question 20

The rates of cohabitation are rising because ______.

Accepted Answer

Cohabitation is on the rise due to the trend of advanced education and delayed career entry. As people focus on their careers and education, they are delaying marriage and opting to live together instead. This trend is particularly common among younger generations.

Quiz 14: Socioemotional Development in Early Adulthood